In New York we have many construction workers who work on buildings and get hurt in the process of doing their jobs. Many accidents happen on a daily basis when working with scaffolds, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment at dangerous heights. 

Unfortunately, when an accident occurs, the injury can have a devastating impact on the individual and the families involved. Your financial stability is compromised and your bills become overwhelming. 

If you were injured in a construction accident, you may be entitled to receive Workers‘ Compensation. Contact our New York Construction accident lawyers at The Law Office of Oliver C. Minott P.C. for a free legal consultation. 

TYPES OF NEW YORK CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS 

Construction accidents occur often in a large city like New York. Here are some types of accidents 

• –Crane Accidents 
• – Forklift Accidents 
• –Machinery accidents 
• –Slip and Falls 
• –Scaffolding Accidents 
• –Falling Objects 
• – Individuals falling from heights in Construction Sites 
• –Welding Accidents 
• –Demolition Accidents 

The above Construction Site injuries may fall under two areas of law. They may fall under a claim for Workers Compensation and /or a Personal Injury Lawsuit; depending on the facts and circumstances surrounding the injury. If you were injured in a construction accident, an aggressive New York Lawyer would be able to assess who would be liable for your injuries, as well as your options for obtaining New York Workers Compensation. 

INJURIES IN NEW YORK CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS 

• –Broken bones 
• –Head injuries 
• –Spinal cord injuries 
• –Paralysis 
• –Back and neck Injuries 
• –Leg, Knee, and Ankle Injuries 
• –Chemical Exposure 
• – Amputation 
• –Respiratory Disease 
• –Death 
• –Traumatic Brain Injuries 

The New York Law holds potentially negligent property owners, general contractors, subcontractors liable for injuries sustained while working at a job site. 

If you are a construction worker injured at work, please do the following for Workers‘ Compensation 

• – Notify your employer of the incident within 30 days
• You must file a c–3 form within 2 years of the accident
• The Employer will investigate your claim
• The Employer will pay the claim, Deny the claim, or request more information 
  
  As for third party lawsuits, we will review the case thoroughly for any missteps, and negligence. 

Contact the Law Offices of Oliver C. Minott P.C. if you or a loved one have suffered a serious personal injury or a loved one has died. Call now for a Free Consultation. 866–683–4200